Though the human versus giant ape premise still looms large, we also see that the mighty ape isn’t the only unusually large animal on the island.

No, I hadn’t seen a giant water buffalo … until now.

John C. Reilly shows up in the trailer, bearded and apparently gone native (reminds one a bit of Dennis Hopper in “Apocalypse Now”). He also seems to be the comedy relief, which is necessary when a giant, angry ape is killing off everyone else.

Brie Larson, left, and Tom Hiddleston attend the “Kong: Skull Island” panel on day 3 of Comic-Con International on Saturday, July 23, 2016, in San Diego.

The film also stars John Goodman, Samuel L. Jackson, Tom Hiddleston and Brie Larson.

Though directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts, the movie is set in the same world as director Gareth Edwards’ “Godzilla” reboot, according to The Verge. Which should lead you to a pretty confirm conclusion as to where this is going.

There are a bunch of cool concerts and comedy shows scheduled for Dec. 31 in the San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose areas, including dates with Primus, Cracker, Camper Van Beethoven, Goapele, Dave Attell, Maceo Parker and Lucius.